Mr Stewart asked why pedestrians were highlighted on the risk assessment forms but that there was no mention of the specific route taken by the lorry, only the stops where bins are collected.

Mr Stewart said: "What we have is a route risk assessment which details the risks to pedestrians of a stationary vehicle.

"There is nothing but complacency in relation to the lessons that may be learned from a proper risk assessment."

Peter Gray representing Glasgow City Council, also questioned Mr Soutar and established that there are various safety training courses for drivers with "dozens of control measures" in place to limit risks on routes.